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06/21/07

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Who Am I

Illustration from a 12th century codex

Although I lived a fairly short life, (42 years) and ruled for only ten years, I became a hero of legendary proportions. During my reign I spent all of my time, but six months away from my realm. My fame was assured during the third crusade when I won victories at Cyprus, Acre, and Messina against the great Saladin, but I was not able to recapture Jerusalem, which of course was the big prize. While returning to my kingdom I was captured by Leopold, Duke of Austria, and held a prisoner until a very large ransom was paid for me.

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The answer is: Richard I Cœur de Lion or Richard The Lion Hearted.

Permalink 06/21/07 @ 18:03

Welcome to the blog of amateur historians Matthew James Didier and Sue Darroch. Partners in life and in crime, we endeavor to entertain you with snippets from our combined historical research. Past time with good company indeed, as we shall introduce you to Kings and Knaves, Queens and Mistresses, Cons and Heroes, from our collective past......from events well known to those perhaps all but forgotten, we will do our best to bring you interesting historical factoids from around the globe. It is our belief that through understanding our past we will all gain a better perspective on our future.